Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt vs Evan Williams Extra Aged (43%)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Old Perth Peaty Blended MaltEvan Williams Extra Aged (43%)
DistilleryOld PerthEvan Williams
Region
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeBlended MaltBourbon
ABV43%43%
AgeNAS7 yr
Price£28.94£26.75
Rating5.00/54.52/5

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

Smoke64/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner70/100
Value100/100

Evan Williams Extra Aged (43%)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner100/100
Value100/100

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Evan Williams Extra Aged (43%)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.52).

Evan Williams Extra Aged (43%) is better value at £27 vs £29.

For beginners: Evan Williams Extra Aged (43%) is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£28.94 vs £26.75)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Evan Williams Extra Aged (43%)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£26.75 vs £28.94)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Old?

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.

Who should buy Evan?

Evan Williams Extra Aged (43%) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Only Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokeyOily

Only Evan Williams Extra Aged (43%)

VanillaHoneyToastedNew Wood

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